RESIST Media Session V
Wednesday, 12 November
10:00 – 11:00
Online via Zoom

This exclusive media briefing offers journalists and media professionals an opportunity to explore the latest findings on social fairness in preparing for climate change in Europe, discover compelling community stories, and access new data and insights to strengthen coverage of climate resilience and social justice.

Expert speakers will include Terry Karampini from the European Environment Agency (EEA), who will discuss the concept of just resilience in climate adaptation policies in Europe, and Maria Cifre and Irra Rodríguez from the Open University of Catalonia (UOC), who will provide an in-depth look at citizen participation in making climate change adaptation fairer and more inclusive in the city of Terrassa (Catalonia, Spain).

Vulnerable communities are among the most affected by climate hazards, often facing compounded social, economic, and environmental challenges. From homes damaged by damp and flooding to the daily challenges faced by low-income families, older people, and those with health conditions, the human face of climate risk is complex — and deeply compelling. In 2023, Eurostat reported that 15.5% of EU citizens lived in homes affected by leaks, damp, or rot — a reminder that the impacts of climate change begin at home.

RESIST directly involves vulnerable groups in shaping climate adaptation measures that work for them — ensuring the solutions are not just innovative, but inclusive, local, and effective. With twelve European regions participating — five of which are classed as less developed under the ERDF — RESIST puts fairness and community voices at the centre of the climate story.

Join us to:

• Uncover new story angles on how vulnerable communities are adapting to a changing climate.
• Hear first-hand accounts from local actors driving resilience on the ground.
• Learn about RESIST’s recent results and its innovative approach to just resilience.
• Connect with experts, regional partners, and EU representatives offering valuable context and commentary.

Be part of the conversation on Europe’s path towards inclusive, community-driven climate resilience — and help bring these vital stories to light.